/health/news/Recent posts from Health Newsen-usWed, 05 Feb 2025 01:42:43 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/health/news/2025/pulmonary-fibrosis.aspxPeople who contract lung disease symptoms from COVID-19 may offer new hope for people who contract the deadly lung disease for other reasons, says a ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth researcher.Kurt LoftThu, 23 Jan 2025 00:37:04 COVID-19 may provide new clues on how to treat deadly lung diseasePeople who contract lung disease symptoms from COVID-19 may offer new hope for people who contract the deadly lung disease for other reasons, says a ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth researcher.Dr. Jose Herazo-Maya conducts research on pulmonary fibrosis, a deadly lung disease./health/news/2025/pulmonary-fibrosis.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/dawn-schocken-ipe-award.aspxDawn Schocken was recognized for her tireless commitment to the mission of interprofessional education at ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth.Story and photo by Freddie ColemanWed, 22 Jan 2025 08:25:32 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth pioneer recognized for years of dedication to interprofessional educationDawn Schocken was recognized for her tireless commitment to the mission of interprofessional education at ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth.ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/dawn-schocken-ipe-award.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/h5n1-update.aspxExperts from ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth and the Global Virus Network discuss the current avian influenza outbreak in poultry, dairy cattle and wild birds.Nora SamaranayakeTue, 14 Jan 2025 09:00:00 H5N1: How worried should we be?Experts from ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth and the Global Virus Network discuss the current avian influenza outbreak in poultry, dairy cattle and wild birds.ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/h5n1-update.aspxCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,Research/news/2024/how-to-stick-to-your-new-years-resolutions-according-to-usf-health-experts.aspxºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏresearchers share tips to achieve your New Year’s resolutions and improve your health.External ArticleTue, 31 Dec 2024 16:25:03 How to stick to your New Year’s resolutions according to ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth expertsºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏresearchers share tips to achieve your New Year’s resolutions and improve your health.A man tying his shoelaces before a run/news/2024/how-to-stick-to-your-new-years-resolutions-according-to-usf-health-experts.aspxResearch/news/2024/how-gift-giving-boosts-your-health-and-well-being.aspxA ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth expert explains how the simple act of giving can do more than spread holiday cheer and why it is the best gift you can give yourself this season.External ArticleThu, 19 Dec 2024 16:04:01 How gift giving boosts your health and well-beingA ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth expert explains how the simple act of giving can do more than spread holiday cheer and why it is the best gift you can give yourself this season.A person in red exchanging a wrapped gift/news/2024/how-gift-giving-boosts-your-health-and-well-being.aspxResearch/health/news/2024/lockwood-decade.aspx2024 marks ten years of leadership for Charles J. Lockwood, MD, MHCM, executive vice president of ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth and dean of the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Morsani College of Medicine.Lisa Greene SmithThu, 19 Dec 2024 14:35:13 2024 marks a decade of growth for ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth under leadership of Charles J. Lockwood2024 marks ten years of leadership for Charles J. Lockwood, MD, MHCM, executive vice president of ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth and dean of the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Morsani College of Medicine.Charles J. Lockwood, MD, MHCM /health/news/2024/lockwood-decade.aspxMorsani College of MedicineHealth Faculty/health/news/2024/speaker-renner-visits-hbot-center.aspxFlorida House Speaker Paul Renner visited the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Center, which is at the center of a state-funded $28 million study researching the effectiveness of treating Florida veterans with traumatic brain injury.Story and photos by Freddie Coleman; Video produced by Diamond View StudiosMon, 16 Dec 2024 23:28:54 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth launches state-funded hyperbaric oxygen therapy trial with first patientFlorida House Speaker Paul Renner visited the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Center, which is at the center of a state-funded $28 million study researching the effectiveness of treating Florida veterans with traumatic brain injury.ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/speaker-renner-visits-hbot-center.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care,Research/health/public-health/news/2024/turf.aspxAthletes might worry about their safety when they set foot on a field, but not because of the surface itself. After all, it’s just a bunch of sod, right?External ArticleWed, 11 Dec 2024 16:21:32 COPH student presents study on hazards of artificial turfAthletes might worry about their safety when they set foot on a field, but not because of the surface itself. After all, it’s just a bunch of sod, right?Researcher in front of a poster/health/public-health/news/2024/turf.aspxCollege of Public Health,Research/health/news/2024/usf-hosts-covid-retrospective.aspxNearly five years on from the COVID-19 pandemic, citizens and scientists alike continue to wrestle with polarizing questions about the public health response. ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth partnered with the Heterodox Academy to host a conference for an open dialogue about what was done well, what was done poorly and what can be improved upon in the future.Cody R. Hawley, PhDWed, 11 Dec 2024 08:36:29 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth models civic dialogue, free speech at COVID Conversations conferenceNearly five years on from the COVID-19 pandemic, citizens and scientists alike continue to wrestle with polarizing questions about the public health response. ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth partnered with the Heterodox Academy to host a conference for an open dialogue about what was done well, what was done poorly and what can be improved upon in the future.A participant at the conference asks a question, with an audience behind her/health/news/2024/usf-hosts-covid-retrospective.aspxCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of MedicineHealth Faculty/news/2024/how-ultra-processed-foods-may-drive-colorectal-cancer-risk.aspxThe interdisciplinary research led by ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ Health and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute highlights the need to reevaluate the core components of the Western diet and paves the way for a new therapy called resolution medicine.External ArticleTue, 10 Dec 2024 14:26:23 How ultra-processed foods may drive colorectal cancer riskThe interdisciplinary research led by ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ Health and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute highlights the need to reevaluate the core components of the Western diet and paves the way for a new therapy called resolution medicine.Ganesh Halade and Timothy Yeatman in their lab/news/2024/how-ultra-processed-foods-may-drive-colorectal-cancer-risk.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxThe milestone comes during USF’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.External ArticleTue, 10 Dec 2024 09:00:10 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏsets new record with $738 million in research fundingThe milestone comes during USF’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.Two researchers in a lab/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxResearch/health/news/2024/derm-lcoct.aspxDr. Thomas Beachkofsky uses the Line-Field Confocal Optical Coherence Tomography (LC-OCT) system to capture real-time 3D images of a patient’s skin.Allison LongThu, 05 Dec 2024 00:32:05 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth and Tampa VA announce revolutionary skin cancer detection technologyDr. Thomas Beachkofsky uses the Line-Field Confocal Optical Coherence Tomography (LC-OCT) system to capture real-time 3D images of a patient’s skin.Dr. Thomas Beachkofsky uses the Line-Field Confocal Optical Coherence Tomography (LC-OCT) system to capture real-time 3D images of a patient’s skin./health/news/2024/derm-lcoct.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2024/dave-scheiber-culture-coin.aspxAward winning writer Dave Scheiber was recognized as a ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Culture Champion for telling the story commemorating the 50-year journey of the Morsani College of Medicine.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanThu, 05 Dec 2024 00:18:12 Award-winning writer recognized as ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Culture ChampionAward winning writer Dave Scheiber was recognized as a ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Culture Champion for telling the story commemorating the 50-year journey of the Morsani College of Medicine.ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/dave-scheiber-culture-coin.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/ybor-youth-clinic-recieves-ace-cert.aspxThe ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Ybor Youth Clinic has been awarded Gold Certification as an adolescent-centered health clinic from the Adolescent Health Initiative, becoming the first in Florida to receive this honor and reflecting the clinic's commitment to the highest standards of care.Cody R. Hawley, PhDWed, 04 Dec 2024 09:00:00 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Ybor Youth Clinic receives Gold Adolescent-Centered Environment Certification from the Adolescent Health InitiativeThe ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Ybor Youth Clinic has been awarded Gold Certification as an adolescent-centered health clinic from the Adolescent Health Initiative, becoming the first in Florida to receive this honor and reflecting the clinic's commitment to the highest standards of care.ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/ybor-youth-clinic-recieves-ace-cert.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/bridge2ai-voice-data-release.aspxResearchers at ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth, as part of a multi-institutional project investigating voice as a biomarker for disease, have published the first clinically validated voice dataset to an online AI platform where it will be an invaluable resource for researchers across the globe.Cody R. Hawley, PhDMon, 02 Dec 2024 14:00:00 Landmark AI project led by ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth harnesses voice to diagnose disease, releases first dataResearchers at ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth, as part of a multi-institutional project investigating voice as a biomarker for disease, have published the first clinically validated voice dataset to an online AI platform where it will be an invaluable resource for researchers across the globe.Dr. Yael Bensoussan at a podium with a Bridge2AI backdrop/health/news/2024/bridge2ai-voice-data-release.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2024/podcasts-infectious.aspxA new peer-reviewed study by ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth researchers describes the advantages of podcasts for sharing credible information about infectious disease and includes a handy guide to leading podcasts in the field.Kurt LoftMon, 25 Nov 2024 10:32:38 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth researchers turn to podcasts to share information on infectious diseasesA new peer-reviewed study by ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth researchers describes the advantages of podcasts for sharing credible information about infectious disease and includes a handy guide to leading podcasts in the field.A podcasting mic sits open in a conference room /health/news/2024/podcasts-infectious.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2024/cc-patti-lane-2024.aspxFor her exceptional commitment to patients and her embodiment of ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth’s core values, Lane was recently nominated as a Culture Champion.Ryan RossyWed, 20 Nov 2024 00:39:04 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth honors Patti Lane with a Culture Coin for excellence in coordinating patient careFor her exceptional commitment to patients and her embodiment of ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth’s core values, Lane was recently nominated as a Culture Champion.ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/cc-patti-lane-2024.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine,Patient CareHealth Facultyhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/dedicated-benefactor-final-giftThe ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ received a $6.5 million estate gift that will go toward the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Byrd Alzheimer’s Center & Research Institute. The gift comes from a recently deceased anonymous benefactor who had regularly donated to the Byrd Alzheimer’s Center in smaller increments since 2002. However, a gift of this size was unexpected.External ArticleMon, 18 Nov 2024 09:30:46 From a dedicated benefactor, a final giftThe ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ received a $6.5 million estate gift that will go toward the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Byrd Alzheimer’s Center & Research Institute. The gift comes from a recently deceased anonymous benefactor who had regularly donated to the Byrd Alzheimer’s Center in smaller increments since 2002. However, a gift of this size was unexpected.Researchers at the Byrd Institute are working toward a cure for Alzheimer's diseasehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/dedicated-benefactor-final-giftMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/ipe-day-2024.aspxIPE Day 2024 meets Iron Chef. This year's event focuses on how food scarcity and food deserts play a role in community health and long-term patient outcomes.Story and photos by Freddie Coleman; Video by Ryan RossyFri, 15 Nov 2024 16:46:49 IPE Day 2024 addresses nutrition, food insecurity, community healthIPE Day 2024 meets Iron Chef. This year's event focuses on how food scarcity and food deserts play a role in community health and long-term patient outcomes.ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/ipe-day-2024.aspxCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,PA Program,Physical Therapy/news/2024/usf-and-tgh-partner-with-robotics-company-to-become-the-first-to-bring-life-saving-surgical-technology-to-tampa-bay.aspxThe agreement with Medical Microinstruments will help elevate the standard in reconstructive oncology and the care of cancer patients in Florida. It was signed during a special ceremony in Italy, as part of a week-long trade mission led by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.External ArticleFri, 15 Nov 2024 15:23:52 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏand TGH partner with robotics company to become the first to bring life-saving surgical technology to Tampa BayThe agreement with Medical Microinstruments will help elevate the standard in reconstructive oncology and the care of cancer patients in Florida. It was signed during a special ceremony in Italy, as part of a week-long trade mission led by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.Representatives from the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ, Tampa General Hospital and Medical Microinstruments pose with the Symani Surgical System/news/2024/usf-and-tgh-partner-with-robotics-company-to-become-the-first-to-bring-life-saving-surgical-technology-to-tampa-bay.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/md-phd-2024.aspxThese students are willing to spend twice as long in medical school as they prepare to become physician scientists with an MD/PhD.Dave ScheiberFri, 15 Nov 2024 09:15:49 MD/PhD program recruits the toughest students – and ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth wants more of themThese students are willing to spend twice as long in medical school as they prepare to become physician scientists with an MD/PhD.Natasha Ram, an MD/PhD students, speaks about her educational experience/health/news/2024/md-phd-2024.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Researchhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-researchers-begin-first-lifespan-study-on-the-effects-of-digital-media-use.aspxA groundbreaking new study conducted by the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ will track young people through 2050 to learn more about the long-term impacts of smartphones, social media and other digital media on individual wellbeing.External ArticleThu, 14 Nov 2024 14:07:49 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏresearchers begin first lifespan study on the effects of digital media useA groundbreaking new study conducted by the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ will track young people through 2050 to learn more about the long-term impacts of smartphones, social media and other digital media on individual wellbeing.Four young boys on their phones while sitting on a gray sofahttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-researchers-begin-first-lifespan-study-on-the-effects-of-digital-media-use.aspxCollege of Public Health/health/news/2024/chalsty-pediatric-clinic-ribbon-cutting.aspxThe ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Morsani College of Medicine recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to showcase the newly renovated Chalsty Pediatric Clinic, made possible thanks to a generous $1 million gift by Jill Chalsty and her late husband, John Chalsty.Cody R. Hawley, PhDThu, 14 Nov 2024 13:22:10 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth hosts ribbon-cutting for expanded Chalsty Pediatric Clinic after $1 million gift from Chalsty familyThe ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Morsani College of Medicine recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to showcase the newly renovated Chalsty Pediatric Clinic, made possible thanks to a generous $1 million gift by Jill Chalsty and her late husband, John Chalsty.The newly renovated Chalsty Pediatric Clinic was made possible thanks to a generous $1 million gift by Jill and John Chalsty/health/news/2024/chalsty-pediatric-clinic-ribbon-cutting.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/diabetes-research-11142024.aspxThe ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏDiabetes & Endocrinology Center conducts research that impacts diabetes care. The Center is testing Medtronic's newest sensor system for children ages 2-6, participates in TrialNet studies that help delay Type 1 diabetes onset, and continues work with EDIC to understand long-term diabetes outcomes. Our research provides participants with education, monitoring, and access to new treatments while helping advance care for future patients.Allison LongThu, 14 Nov 2024 10:01:58 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏDiabetes Center advances care through pioneering researchThe ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏDiabetes & Endocrinology Center conducts research that impacts diabetes care. The Center is testing Medtronic's newest sensor system for children ages 2-6, participates in TrialNet studies that help delay Type 1 diabetes onset, and continues work with EDIC to understand long-term diabetes outcomes. Our research provides participants with education, monitoring, and access to new treatments while helping advance care for future patients.Dr. Henry Rodriguez, clinical director of the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏDiabetes & Endocrinology Center and professor of pediatrics with the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/diabetes-research-11142024.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/news/2024/usf-student-intersects-medicine-and-law.aspxAhmed-Zayn Mohamed's remarkable journey from USF's youngest graduate to a resident in medicine and practicing lawyer blends two powerful fields into a career focused on innovation and patient care. Mohamed’s story showcases the power of ambition, a supportive academic environment and a unique vision for the future.External ArticleWed, 13 Nov 2024 10:16:07 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏstudent intersects medicine and lawAhmed-Zayn Mohamed's remarkable journey from USF's youngest graduate to a resident in medicine and practicing lawyer blends two powerful fields into a career focused on innovation and patient care. Mohamed’s story showcases the power of ambition, a supportive academic environment and a unique vision for the future.Ahmed-Zayn Mohamed looking at a computer screen with medical information/news/2024/usf-student-intersects-medicine-and-law.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/hippocratic-tree-and-hippocrates-bust-dedication-ceremony.aspxThe ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Morsani College of Medicine joins an prestigious group of medical schools to house a Hippocratic tree seedling and bust of Hippocrates.Story and photos by Freddie Coleman, Video by Allison LongTue, 05 Nov 2024 08:25:01 Hippocratic tree and commemorative bust unveiled at dedication ceremonyThe ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Morsani College of Medicine joins an prestigious group of medical schools to house a Hippocratic tree seedling and bust of Hippocrates.ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/hippocratic-tree-and-hippocrates-bust-dedication-ceremony.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/bailey-named-tech-educator-of-the-year.aspxDr. Shannon Bailey, assistant professor in the Department of Medical Education at the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Morsani College of Medicine, was recently recognized as the Tampa Bay Tech Educator of the Year.Mon, 04 Nov 2024 15:54:47 MCOM assistant professor named Tampa Bay Tech Educator of the YearDr. Shannon Bailey, assistant professor in the Department of Medical Education at the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Morsani College of Medicine, was recently recognized as the Tampa Bay Tech Educator of the Year.Dr. Shannon Bailey honored at the Tampa Bay Tech Awards/health/news/2024/bailey-named-tech-educator-of-the-year.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of MedicineHealth Faculty/health/news/2024/usf-volunteers-hurricane-disaster-relief.aspxAs Tampa Bay endured the historic impacts of two major hurricanes in quick succession, volunteers from across ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏand ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth came together to provide essential services and support to the region through the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏCommunity Emergency Response Team (CERT).Ryan RossyWed, 30 Oct 2024 09:55:59 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏvolunteers support Tampa Bay through hurricane disaster reliefAs Tampa Bay endured the historic impacts of two major hurricanes in quick succession, volunteers from across ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏand ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth came together to provide essential services and support to the region through the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏCommunity Emergency Response Team (CERT).ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/usf-volunteers-hurricane-disaster-relief.aspxCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/usf-health-to-establish-flcems.aspxPolicy and workforce study institute, located in burgeoning Tampa Medical and Research District, will monitor and enhance EMS services statewide.Cody R. Hawley, PhDTue, 29 Oct 2024 15:43:10 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth awarded $10 million to establish the Florida Center for Emergency Medical ServicesPolicy and workforce study institute, located in burgeoning Tampa Medical and Research District, will monitor and enhance EMS services statewide.Policy and workforce study institute, located in burgeoning Tampa Medical and Research District, will monitor and enhance EMS services statewide./health/news/2024/usf-health-to-establish-flcems.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/long-covid-grant.aspxThe National Institute of Health has awarded a $3.75 million research grant to a ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth researchers team to study Long COVID and its potential link to serious neurological impacts that can ultimately lead to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.Dave ScheiberFri, 25 Oct 2024 14:45:29 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth receives $3.75 million NIH award to research whether Long COVID may contribute to Alzheimer’s disease and dementiaThe National Institute of Health has awarded a $3.75 million research grant to a ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth researchers team to study Long COVID and its potential link to serious neurological impacts that can ultimately lead to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.Dr. Subhra Mohapatra leads a team with a new NIH grant studying Long COVID and its potential links to Alzheimer's disease./health/news/2024/long-covid-grant.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2024/kunhua-song-aha-fellow.aspxºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Heart Institute associate professor elected as an American Heart Association Fellow.Story and photo by Freddie ColemanTue, 22 Oct 2024 00:05:47 Heart Institute associate professor elected as American Heart Association FellowºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Heart Institute associate professor elected as an American Heart Association Fellow.ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/kunhua-song-aha-fellow.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/pa-program-class-of-2026-white-coat-ceremony.aspxºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth welcomed 49 new physician assistant students during their Commitment to the Profession Ceremony.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanMon, 07 Oct 2024 17:08:03 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth welcomes new physician assistant studentsºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth welcomed 49 new physician assistant students during their Commitment to the Profession Ceremony.ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/pa-program-class-of-2026-white-coat-ceremony.aspxPA Program/health/news/2024/wendy-steiger-culture-coin.aspxWendy Steiger, assistant registrar, was recently recognized as a ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Culture Champion for her professionalism and initiative.Mon, 07 Oct 2024 14:43:48 MCOM registrar recognized as culture championWendy Steiger, assistant registrar, was recently recognized as a ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Culture Champion for her professionalism and initiative.ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/wendy-steiger-culture-coin.aspxHonors & Awards/health/news/2024/fpta-honors.aspxºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth faculty, student and alumnus were recognized at the 2024 FPTA conference for excellence in teaching, clinical instruction, and student achievement.Mon, 07 Oct 2024 14:09:29 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Celebrates Multiple FPTA HonorsºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth faculty, student and alumnus were recognized at the 2024 FPTA conference for excellence in teaching, clinical instruction, and student achievement.Dr. Jeannie Stephenson was honored with an "Award for Excellence in Academic Teaching" award at the FPTA conference./health/news/2024/fpta-honors.aspxHonors & Awards/health/news/2024/barry-sirard-culture-champion.aspxSELECT medical student is recognized as a culture champion for his professionalism.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 11:42:29 SELECT student recognized as culture champion for providing compassionate careSELECT medical student is recognized as a culture champion for his professionalism.Barry Sirard and Robert Barraco/health/news/2024/barry-sirard-culture-champion.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2024/white-coat-tcop-09202024.aspxKicking off the start of both their professional training and career journeys, 82 students in the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Taneja College of Pharmacy Class of 2028 attended the annual White Coat Ceremony on Friday, Sept. 19, 2024.Allison LongFri, 20 Sep 2024 23:18:45 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Taneja College of Pharmacy Welcomes Class of 2028 with White Coat CeremonyKicking off the start of both their professional training and career journeys, 82 students in the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Taneja College of Pharmacy Class of 2028 attended the annual White Coat Ceremony on Friday, Sept. 19, 2024.TCOP Student receives his white coat/health/news/2024/white-coat-tcop-09202024.aspxTaneja College of Pharmacy/health/news/2024/nishit-patel-40-under-40.aspxDr. Nishit Patel earns a spot on a prestigious list.Story by Freddie ColemanTue, 17 Sep 2024 10:02:54 MCOM’s Dr. Nishit Patel earns spot on prestigious listDr. Nishit Patel earns a spot on a prestigious list.ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/nishit-patel-40-under-40.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2024/microtia-toman-usfh.aspxDr. Julia Toman of ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth discusses microtia, a congenital condition affecting ear development. Learn about the latest surgical advancements offering life-changing options for patients, improving both appearance and functionality. Dr. Toman explains various presentations of microtia, surgical approaches, and the importance of awareness among healthcare providers.Allison LongMon, 16 Sep 2024 15:24:22 New surgical hope for patients with microtiaDr. Julia Toman of ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth discusses microtia, a congenital condition affecting ear development. Learn about the latest surgical advancements offering life-changing options for patients, improving both appearance and functionality. Dr. Toman explains various presentations of microtia, surgical approaches, and the importance of awareness among healthcare providers.Grade 3 microtia also known as "peanut ear."/health/news/2024/microtia-toman-usfh.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/familymedsep2024.aspxIn a time when access to comprehensive and compassionate health care can be a challenge, ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Family Medicine stands out by simplifying care for all families. For one single mother and her two children, the team at ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth has proven to be more than just medical providers -- they've become a true support system.Ryan RossyMon, 09 Sep 2024 14:28:51 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Family Medicine simplifies care for a single mother’s familyIn a time when access to comprehensive and compassionate health care can be a challenge, ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Family Medicine stands out by simplifying care for all families. For one single mother and her two children, the team at ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth has proven to be more than just medical providers -- they've become a true support system.ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/familymedsep2024.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2024/class-of-2028-white-coat-ceremony.aspxºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth's 130 newest medical student received their first white coats at the Class of 2028 White Coat Ceremony.Story and photos by Freddie Coleman and Ryan RossyFri, 06 Sep 2024 15:34:20 Medical students receive first white coatsºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth's 130 newest medical student received their first white coats at the Class of 2028 White Coat Ceremony.ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/class-of-2028-white-coat-ceremony.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/rep-kathy-castor-tours-fmri-2024.aspxThe new fMRI will expand research grant opportunities for ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏfaculty and studentsWed, 04 Sep 2024 16:45:02 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth hosts U.S. Rep Kathy Castor for tour of newly installed functional MRIThe new fMRI will expand research grant opportunities for ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏfaculty and studentsºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/rep-kathy-castor-tours-fmri-2024.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2024/mcom-white-coat-ceremonies-of-the-past.aspxHere's a look at White Coat Ceremonies across 50 years for the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Morsani College of Medicine.Tue, 03 Sep 2024 08:43:50 A look back at White Coat ceremonies at the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Morsani College of MedicineHere's a look at White Coat Ceremonies across 50 years for the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Morsani College of Medicine.ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/mcom-white-coat-ceremonies-of-the-past.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/tgh-usfhealth-expand-affiliation-with-bridge-agreement-2024.aspxThe bridge agreement invests in academic medicine, strengthening integration across the two organizations and deepening their commitment to excellence in quality health careTue, 27 Aug 2024 18:07:53 Tampa General Hospital and ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Enter New Era of Academic Medicine with Increased Investments, Greater Integration, More Exceptional CareThe bridge agreement invests in academic medicine, strengthening integration across the two organizations and deepening their commitment to excellence in quality health careºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/tgh-usfhealth-expand-affiliation-with-bridge-agreement-2024.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/dr-zwygart-joins-mcom-family-medicine.aspxThe ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Morsani College of Medicine Department of Family Medicine welcomes a new education leaderStory by Freddie ColemanThu, 22 Aug 2024 10:36:39 Family Medicine residency program welcomes new education leaderThe ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Morsani College of Medicine Department of Family Medicine welcomes a new education leaderºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/dr-zwygart-joins-mcom-family-medicine.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/mcom-student-affairs-welcomes-new-leader.aspxDr. Christopher Jackson takes the helm of the MCOM Office of Student Affairs.Story and photo by Freddie ColemanMon, 19 Aug 2024 08:53:41 MCOM Student Affairs welcomes new leaderDr. Christopher Jackson takes the helm of the MCOM Office of Student Affairs.Dr. Christopher Jackson Portrait/health/news/2024/mcom-student-affairs-welcomes-new-leader.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/usf_health_faculty_fill_create_award_teams.aspxºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏresearchers were recently awarded $1 million in seed funding through CREATE awards to catalyze new researchTue, 13 Aug 2024 13:46:29 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth faculty among teams selected for new CREATE Awards that will help solve critical challengesºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏresearchers were recently awarded $1 million in seed funding through CREATE awards to catalyze new researchºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/usf_health_faculty_fill_create_award_teams.aspxCollege of Nursing,College of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2024/usf_names_new_public_health_dean.aspxDr. Sten Vermund will join ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏin January, bringing decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experienceBy Sarah WorthThu, 08 Aug 2024 09:02:15 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏnames new dean for the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth College of Public HealthDr. Sten Vermund will join ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏin January, bringing decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experienceºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/usf_names_new_public_health_dean.aspxCollege of Public Health/health/news/2024/fda_approves_parkinsons_treatment_based_on_usf_health_faculty_research.aspxThe new medication could offer patients significant relief from the disease’s debilitating symptomsThu, 08 Aug 2024 08:04:37 FDA approves new Parkinson’s treatment based on clinical trial led by ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth facultyThe new medication could offer patients significant relief from the disease’s debilitating symptomsºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/fda_approves_parkinsons_treatment_based_on_usf_health_faculty_research.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2024/psilocybin-usfh-08072024.aspxºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth researchers are exploring psilocybin as a potential treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD), including treatment-resistant depression and postpartum depression. Dr. Ryan Wagoner and Dr. Debra Knudson Gonzalez discuss their groundbreaking clinical trials investigating psychedelic compounds for mental health treatment.Allison LongWed, 07 Aug 2024 18:11:17 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Explores Psychedelics for Treatment-Resistant DepressionºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth researchers are exploring psilocybin as a potential treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD), including treatment-resistant depression and postpartum depression. Dr. Ryan Wagoner and Dr. Debra Knudson Gonzalez discuss their groundbreaking clinical trials investigating psychedelic compounds for mental health treatment.A study participant takes part of the study /health/news/2024/psilocybin-usfh-08072024.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2024/tcop_opens_new_home_in_downtown_tampa.aspxThe Pharmacy program completed its buildout and has moved its PharmD program into the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Downtown building, celebrating the effort with a ribbon cutting ceremony July 30Tue, 30 Jul 2024 14:24:06 ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Taneja College of Pharmacy opens new home in downtown TampaThe Pharmacy program completed its buildout and has moved its PharmD program into the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth Downtown building, celebrating the effort with a ribbon cutting ceremony July 30ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/tcop_opens_new_home_in_downtown_tampa.aspxTaneja College of Pharmacy